---
title: "Drill/Training Tower Construction at West Denton Fire Station"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060739"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-06-25"
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# Drill/Training Tower Construction at West Denton Fire Station

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060739

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## Summary

The procurement process for constructing a Drill/Training Tower at the West Denton Fire Station was undertaken by the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority, a sub-central government public authority. Spanning the region of Tyne and Wear in the UK, this construction project falls under the industry category of "Fire station construction work". Using an open competition procurement method, the tender was initiated on 16th January 2026, with submission deadlines concluding on 16th February 2026. The contract was awarded to Crofton Engineering Limited, with the project expected to commence on 24th June 2026 and conclude by 23rd June 2027.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth in the construction industry, particularly for businesses specialising in building infrastructure for emergency services. SMEs with expertise in constructing sophisticated training facilities are well-positioned to compete for such contracts, especially those having a proven track record in similar projects. The project not only offers financial gain but also enhances the portfolio of any construction firm interested in public safety infrastructure and works. For businesses seeking to expand their reach within the public sector, engaging in such procurements can lead to further opportunities and collaborations in the future.

## Notice

Provision and Construction of a Drill/Training Tower at West Denton Fire Station

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059972-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Jun 2026 - 23 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £177,600 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | TYNE AND WEAR, |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR5 3QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Washington North |
| Westminster constituency | Washington and Gateshead South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CROFTON ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45216121 - Fire station construction work

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2026 at 14:43 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059972-2026
- 16 Jan 2026 at 09:35 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003723-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059972-2026
  25th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003723-2026
  16th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.crofton-eng.co.uk
- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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